2004 Hyundai XG 350 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai XG 350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai XG 350 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai XG 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2012 GMC Terrain. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Terrain weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Hyundai XG 350.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Hyundai XG 350 (305 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Hyundai XG 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Hyundai XG 350 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Hyundai | GMC |
| Model | XG 350 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1754 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
